Salud Ortiz Carbajal: “I am convinced that if we think outside the box, we can bolster our maritime industry, create new jobs, and position…”

Today, I was at Casitas Pass Road in Carpinteria where ICE was conducting a raid using disproportionate displays of force against local farm workers and our agricultural community.

They were creating fear, anxiety and intimidation.

If Congress does not double the Coast Guard's budget in 2026, the Service will either have to abandon the program, cease construction of Offshore Patrol Cutters, or cut significant portions of its operations.

You should just get the hell out and let somebody competently lead this department.